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NWO Talent Programme Veni - Applied and Engineering Sciences (AES) 2025

Up to €320,0003 years

Last verified: 18 June 2026

This is the current call of theNWO Veniprogramme. The programme guide coverseligibility, budget, success rate and FAQacross every round.

The NWO Talent Programme Veni funds early-career researchers up to €320,000 over three years to pursue independent research of their own choice in Applied and Engineering Sciences. It is open to researchers who have recently completed their PhD and are based at Dutch knowledge institutions. This annual call is the entry tier of NWO's Talent Programme, welcoming novel ideas that establish investigator independence.

Details

Funder	NWO
Budget	Up to €320,000
Duration	3 years
Consortium	No
Frequency	Annual
Career stage	Early-career opportunity
Eligible countries	NL

Eligibility & scope

For researchers who have recently obtained their PhD. Individual grant for researchers at Dutch knowledge institutions to conduct research of their own choice in Applied and Engineering Sciences.

Who Should Apply

•Researchers who have recently completed their PhD
•Applicants at Dutch knowledge institutions (universities, research institutes)
•Researchers proposing independent, self-led research in Applied and Engineering Sciences
•Scientists seeking to establish their own research direction separate from their PhD supervisor's work

Key Dates

•Annual deadline (verify the exact date on the NWO website)
•Single-stage written evaluation followed by interview for shortlisted candidates
•Three-year project duration

Tips for Applicants

✓Emphasise research independence: panels screen explicitly for ideas distinct from your PhD supervisor's line of work.
✓The interview is decisive for shortlisted proposals; prepare to defend feasibility and novelty to a broad interdisciplinary panel.
✓Align your proposal clearly with the Applied and Engineering Sciences scope; misaligned applications face triage rejection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the NWO Veni grant provide?

Up to €320,000 over three years for a research project of the applicant's choosing.

Who is eligible for the NWO Talent Programme Veni?

Researchers who have recently obtained their PhD, based at a Dutch knowledge institution, working in Applied and Engineering Sciences.

Is the interview important in the NWO Veni evaluation?

Yes; shortlisted candidates are interviewed and the interview carries significant weight in the final funding decision.

Can I apply for the Veni if my research crosses into multiple disciplines?

If your work is primarily in Applied and Engineering Sciences, you may apply; contact NWO if your fit is unclear.

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